Guitar: The Shape of Sound (100 Iconic Designs)
The guitar stands as the iconic centerpiece of popular music, bridging genres from Delta blues to electric rock and beyond. Its versatility and emotive power have made it a timeless conduit for musical expression and experimentation.
For over 300 years, master guitar-makers have pushed the boundaries of design and sound, creating instruments that combine sculptural beauty with aural innovation. Despite these advancements, the guitar’s intimacy and immediacy remain constant, no matter how high the amplifiers are turned.
Featuring 100 of the most innovative guitar models from the 17th century to today, Guitar explores the fascinating stories behind iconic brands like Fender, Gibson, Martin, Ibanez, and more. It also highlights legendary performers who reshaped music, including the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Robert Johnson, Joni Mitchell, and Neil Young.
A perfect blend of design history and music lore, this book offers insights into the evolution of a beloved instrument and celebrates the charismatic artists who transformed lives through their artistry. Whether you're a music aficionado or a design enthusiast, Guitar provides a compelling journey into the heart of popular music’s most enduring symbol.
The guitar stands as the iconic centerpiece of popular music, bridging genres from Delta blues to electric rock and beyond. Its versatility and emotive power have made it a timeless conduit for musical expression and experimentation.
For over 300 years, master guitar-makers have pushed the boundaries of design and sound, creating instruments that combine sculptural beauty with aural innovation. Despite these advancements, the guitar’s intimacy and immediacy remain constant, no matter how high the amplifiers are turned.
Featuring 100 of the most innovative guitar models from the 17th century to today, Guitar explores the fascinating stories behind iconic brands like Fender, Gibson, Martin, Ibanez, and more. It also highlights legendary performers who reshaped music, including the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Robert Johnson, Joni Mitchell, and Neil Young.
A perfect blend of design history and music lore, this book offers insights into the evolution of a beloved instrument and celebrates the charismatic artists who transformed lives through their artistry. Whether you're a music aficionado or a design enthusiast, Guitar provides a compelling journey into the heart of popular music’s most enduring symbol.
The guitar stands as the iconic centerpiece of popular music, bridging genres from Delta blues to electric rock and beyond. Its versatility and emotive power have made it a timeless conduit for musical expression and experimentation.
For over 300 years, master guitar-makers have pushed the boundaries of design and sound, creating instruments that combine sculptural beauty with aural innovation. Despite these advancements, the guitar’s intimacy and immediacy remain constant, no matter how high the amplifiers are turned.
Featuring 100 of the most innovative guitar models from the 17th century to today, Guitar explores the fascinating stories behind iconic brands like Fender, Gibson, Martin, Ibanez, and more. It also highlights legendary performers who reshaped music, including the Beatles, Jimi Hendrix, Sister Rosetta Tharpe, Robert Johnson, Joni Mitchell, and Neil Young.
A perfect blend of design history and music lore, this book offers insights into the evolution of a beloved instrument and celebrates the charismatic artists who transformed lives through their artistry. Whether you're a music aficionado or a design enthusiast, Guitar provides a compelling journey into the heart of popular music’s most enduring symbol.
